What is another word for Baptizing?

Pronunciation: [bˈapta͡ɪzɪŋ] (IPA)

Baptizing is a religious ritual where an individual is immersed in water, which symbolizes purification and acceptance into the faith. This act is common in Christianity, and other religions have equivalents to this ritual. Other synonymous words used for baptism include christening, immersion, and dedication. The word christening originates from the Christian practice of dedicating an infant to Christ and naming them. Immersion means to dip or submerge into water, and it is commonly used in other religions to symbolize a new beginning or purification. Dedication means to solemnly devote oneself or an object to a particular cause, and it is often used in reference to a person's commitment to a particular faith.

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What are the hypernyms for Baptizing?

A hypernym is a word with a broad meaning that encompasses more specific words called hyponyms.

Usage examples for Baptizing

And I knew Him not; but that He should be made manifest to Israel, for this cause came I Baptizing with water.
"The Expositor's Bible: The Gospel of St. John, Vol. I"
Marcus Dods
Did you ever hear tell, sir, what old Dr. Martin said after Baptizing Susanna here?
"Hetty Wesley"
Sir Arthur Thomas Quiller-Couch
John was still preaching and Baptizing, but was a little farther up the river at Bethabara.
"Child's Story of the Bible"
Mary A. Lathbury

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